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Full-Time

Senior Software Engineer

Mobile, IOS

Posted on 6/27/2024

Roku

Roku

1,001-5,000 employees

Streaming platform and device provider

Consumer Software
Entertainment

Mid, Senior

Manchester, UK

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Category
IOS Development
Mobile Engineering
Software Engineering
Required Skills
Agile
iOS/Swift
Objective-C
Requirements
  • Experience with agile development methodologies
  • Strong understanding of the entire mobile development life cycle
  • Experience with third-party mobile libraries and APIs
  • Proficient in iOS development toolset including XCode, Simulator and Instruments
  • 3+ years of experience in iOS mobile development with a focus on IoT using Swift or SwiftUI, with a track record shipping high-quality app(s) to Apple AppStore
  • Proficient in Swift or Objective-C
  • 5+ years of software engineering experience
  • Bachelors or Masters/Ph.D. in Computer Science or equivalent experience
  • Strong problem-solving and communication skills
Responsibilities
  • Design and build advanced applications for the iOS platform
  • Maintain and improve the performance of existing iOS applications
  • Write and maintain tests using the XCTest/XCUITest frameworks
  • Troubleshoot and debug iOS applications
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define, design, and ship new features for mobile devices, optimizing for touch experiences
  • Write well-designed, testable, and efficient code
  • Continuously discover, evaluate, and implement new technologies to maximize development efficiency
  • Contribute to the development of project plans and estimates

Roku offers a streaming platform with a purpose-built operating system and a range of devices, providing a seamless home entertainment experience. The company also develops exclusive Roku Originals for The Roku Channel, reaching approximately 80 million households in the U.S. and Mexico.

Company Stage

Series F

Total Funding

$298.2M

Headquarters

San Jose, California

Founded

2002

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

3%

1 year growth

-1%

2 year growth

-7%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Significant investments from firms like Kessler Investment Group and Vestmark Advisory Solutions indicate strong market confidence in Roku's growth potential.
  • The launch of the NBA FAST channel and the partnership with WWE for exclusive content can attract a broader audience and increase user engagement.
  • Roku's proactive security measures, including two-factor authentication, enhance user trust and platform reliability.

What critics are saying

  • The recent data breaches affecting nearly 600,000 accounts could damage Roku's reputation and erode user trust.
  • The competitive landscape of streaming services is intense, with giants like Amazon and Netflix potentially overshadowing Roku's market share.

What makes Roku unique

  • Roku's integration with The Trade Desk offers advertisers a unique biddable private marketplace, setting it apart from other streaming platforms.
  • The partnership with Kroger for a shopper data program enhances the precision and measurability of online TV advertising, a feature not commonly found in competitors.
  • Roku's development of Pro Series 4K TVs with Dolby Atmos speakers and mini LED backlighting showcases its commitment to high-quality hardware innovation.

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Benefits

Unlimited vacation days

Medical, wellness, and financial benefits

Free snacks and access to fitness center at headquarters

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